NSO Need to Know

Please refer to the VNSO Agenda and General Information page

Due to COVID-19, New Student Orientation was offered virtually for Fall 2021 to keep in compliance with State guidelines and maintain the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff.

Once you sign-up you will receive a confirmation email with the virtual access link for your chosen session.

**To help ensure a seamless VNSO, make sure you have the most updated version of Zoom.​**

Sign-up for Fall 2021 Virtual New Student Orientation is now CLOSED. Please contact The Office of Student Life if you have any questions or concerns. 

No, you do not. If possible, we do encourage you to use your camera or microphone in order to connect with other new students.

No, there is no fee for Orientation- it is free!

Yes, you can attend. However, advising and registration for classes is not part of Virtual NSO. Therefore, we encourage you to register for classes prior to attending.

This is where you can find extensive information about the VNSO agenda and workshop descriptions. You will also find important information about campus departments and further resources.  

Your opportunity to interact and connect with your Orientation Leaders to find out about their student experience. Have fun, ask questions, and meet other new students!

If you have any additional questions or need assistance, please contact Student Life at (630) 942-2243, or by email at studentlife@cod.edu.

For Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations, call (630) 942-2141 (voice) or (630) 858-9692 (TDD).